Information Package / Course Catalogue
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Course Code: PDR517
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

Understanding the basics and beyond of cognitive behavioral therapy, learning case conceptualization in CBT, understanding the session structure in CBT, learning cognitive and behavioral techniques in CBT, developing skills for applying cognitive behavioral therapy strategies

Course Content

Students will develop knowledge of various cognitive-behavioral models of common psychological problems/disorders. Students will learn to develop a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral case conceptualization, which will inform treatment monitoring and planning. Additionally, students will review evidence and efficacy data available for implementation of various cognitive-behavioral psychotherapies for specific disorders. Throughout, this course will emphasize the integration of clinical expertise, knowledge of patient preferences, and evidence-based strategies to facilitate development of evidence-based practice approach to psychotherapy.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Ali Serdar SAĞKAL
Learning Outcomes
1.To be able to define the basics of case conceptualization.
2.To be able to design a evidence-based intervention plan.
3.To be able to define behavioral activation and express the application of the technique.
4.To be able to identify and modify intermediate and core beliefs.
5.To be able to CBD techniques and give examples regarding their applications in the sessions.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Beck, J. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond (2nd ed.). New York, New York: Guildford Press.
2.Barlow, D., et al. (2011). Unified protocol for transdiagnostic treatment of emotional disorders: Therapist guide. New York: New York: Oxford University Press.
3.Barlow, D. H. Ed. (2008, Fourth edition). Clinical handbook of psychological disorders: A step-by-step treatment manual. New York: Guilford. ISBN-10: 1609185048
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to CBT
Week 2 - Theoretical
Overview of Treatment
Week 3 - Theoretical
Cognitive Conceptualization
Week 4 - Theoretical
The Evaluation Session
Week 5 - Theoretical
Structure of the First Therapy Session
Week 6 - Theoretical
Behavioral Activation
Week 7 - Theoretical
Session 2 and beyond: Structure and format
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Problems with structuring the therapy session
Week 10 - Theoretical
Identifying automatic thoughts
Week 11 - Theoretical
Identifying emotions
Week 12 - Theoretical
Evaluating automatic thoughts
Week 13 - Theoretical
Responding the automatic thoughts
Week 14 - Theoretical
Identifying and modifying intermediate and core beliefs
Week 15 - Theoretical
Additional CBT Techniques
Week 16 - Final Exam
Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory143384
Assignment111314
Midterm Examination110313
Final Examination110414
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026